KYIV, Aug 31 - The European Business Association (EBA) has urged to legislatively regulate the situation with GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) confirmation in Ukraine, to restore a transparent and free procedure until a full settlement.

"The State Service of Ukraine on Medicines and Drug Control has started to involve state-owned enterprises on a paid basis to examine the documents submitted to obtain GMP certificates or conclusions. It should be noted that previously such a procedure was carried out by the State Medical Service independently and free of charge, under the current legislation of Ukraine. Thus, the pharmaceutical business is confused about changes in the established practice which also leads to unexpected complications," the EBA said on its website.